River/Riparian birding habitat

Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd

British Columbia · Canada

Habitat
River/Riparian
Best Seasons
Difficulty

Moderate

Best Months

May-October

About This Location

Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd is a productive birding destination in British Columbia, with 211 species recorded on eBird. This river/riparian habitat attracts Trumpeter Swan, Northern Saw-whet Owl, and Canada Goose among many others. Boreal and temperate forests host breeding warblers, sparrows, and waterfowl during the productive summer months.

Location

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Notable Species

Live Bird Data

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Notable Sightings

Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days

American Tree Sparrow

Spizelloides arborea

4/18/2026Gold Creek Mi Casa1 observed

Eared Grebe

Podiceps nigricollis

4/18/2026Cranbrook--Elizabeth Lake1 observed

Harris's Sparrow

Zonotrichia querula

4/17/2026Gold Creek Mi Casa1 observed

Purple Finch

Haemorhous purpureus

4/13/2026Rosen Lake, BC1 observed

Williamson's Sapsucker

Sphyrapicus thyroideus

4/12/20265325 38 Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, CA (49.458, -115.729)2 observed

Virginia Rail

Rallus limicola

4/11/2026Cranbrook--Elizabeth Lake1 observed

Short-eared Owl

Asio flammeus

4/9/2026Cranbrook--Elizabeth Lake1 observed

Broad-winged Hawk

Buteo platypterus

4/8/2026Wardner--Ha Ha Creek Rd1 observed

Recent Observations

Species reported at this location in the last 14 days

Canada Goose

14/18/2026

Ring-necked Duck

104/18/2026

Bufflehead

24/18/2026

Sandhill Crane

24/18/2026

Red-necked Grebe

14/18/2026

Common Loon

24/18/2026

Bald Eagle

14/18/2026

Common Raven

14/18/2026

Violet-green Swallow

44/18/2026

Red-breasted Nuthatch

14/18/2026

Red Crossbill

14/18/2026

Northern Flicker

14/13/2026

American Kestrel

34/13/2026

Brown Creeper

14/13/2026

Pine Siskin

44/13/2026

Song Sparrow

14/13/2026

Osprey

14/9/2026

Mallard

24/8/2026

Green-winged Teal

24/8/2026

Hooded Merganser

44/8/2026

Birding Tips

  1. 1

    Walk along the water slowly, scanning overhanging branches for kingfishers and warblers.

  2. 2

    Check sandbars and gravel bars for shorebirds and terns.

  3. 3

    Peak breeding season runs from late May through June for most songbirds.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to visit Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd for birding?
The best months to visit Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd for birding are May-October. The best seasons are Spring and Summer and Fall.
What birds can I see at Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd?
Notable species at Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd include Trumpeter Swan, Northern Saw-whet Owl, Canada Goose, Mallard, Wild Turkey. The area supports river/riparian habitats.
How difficult is birding at Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd?
Birding at Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd is rated as Moderate. Some trails may require moderate fitness and basic hiking ability.
What amenities are available at Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd?
Wardner - Ha Ha Creek Rd offers the following amenities: Parking, Trails.